SainSmart PIC 16F87X Development Board
Best all-in-one platform for students learning embedded systems and microcontroller programming.
This all-in-one platform is the ultimate sandbox for learning embedded systems without the headache of wiring individual components. While it lacks the modern connectivity of newer boards, its comprehensive suite of built-in peripherals makes it an unbeatable teaching tool for mastering the fundamentals of hardware interaction.
$76.91
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious hobbyists starting their embedded systems journey
- Learners who value abundant online tutorials and community troubleshooting
- Makers wanting to avoid tedious breadboarding and wiring
Who should skip it
- Projects demanding modern processing power and advanced memory capabilities
- Developers preferring user-friendly, high-level programming environments
- Engineers requiring industrial-grade reliability and component durability
Performance breakdown
Peripheral Integration
Packed with LCDs, keypads, and motor drivers for immediate project prototyping.
Debugging Capability
ICD2 header support ensures reliable, professional-grade code testing and troubleshooting.
Learning Curve
Accessible layout makes it an ideal platform for PIC architecture beginners.
Connectivity Versatility
Standard RS232 and serial interfaces cover essential communication needs for legacy projects.
Software Compatibility
Relies on older MPLAB versions, limiting modern IDE workflow integration.
Build Robustness
Solid, durable board design withstands frequent handling during the development process.
Key Specs
Microcontroller
PIC 16F877A
Onboard Displays
16x2 LCD and 6-digit 7-segment
Communication Interfaces
RS-232 (DB9), I2C, SPI, UART
Analog Inputs
1
Power Input
7-12V AC or DC
Debugging Interface
ICD1/ICD2/MCD1/MCD2 compatible
Onboard Memory
I2C Serial EEprom 24c01B
Clock Selection
Jumper configurable
Physical Interface Ports
DC Barrel Jack
Operating Voltage
7.0 Volts
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